Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The location in MORRISTOWN, (Tennessee, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Supervisor II. This job is full-time permanent.

Summary/Objective

The Supervisor will be excited about guiding, training and supporting their team members and is highly motivated to help ICONEX fulfill its larger mission. THIS JOB IS A NIGHT SHIFT OPPORTUNITY ON OUR B SHIFT. 12 HOUR SHIFTS WORKING 3 DAYS AND OFF 4 DAYS THEN WORKING 4 DAYS AND OFF 3.

Essential Functions

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions)

Transactional:

Set performance goals and project deadlines that align with the company’s larger plans
Delegate work to employees, track progress and provide constructive feedback throughout projects, evaluating each station of the manufacturing process to ensure maximum efficiency ensuring that all resources and assets are used efficiently and correctly
Address problems with work quality, issues between employees and other concerns in an effective, timely and positive manner
Ensure employees adhere to company policies and legal regulations
Serve as a supportive link between team members and management maintaining open lines of communication between employees, management and executives
Conduct performance reviews, motivate team members and create strategies to boost productivity
Ensure that Safety Practices and Policies (both in-house and regulatory) are the number 1 priority of all team members and foster this thru your own leadership style.
Assume responsibility for manufacturing processes in the plant including inspection of the product prior to shipment to ensure accurate labeling and record keeping
Create and oversee employee training schedules that emphasize productivity and resource conservation

Problem Solving:

Support employees as the subject matter expert on all processes throughout the manufacturing process and fulfillment of orders
Work closely with other Management to coordinate the best practices to facilitate the daily business flow of orders
Proactively manage orders throughout the manufacturing process, anticipate issues and resolve, mange inventory allocation as needed
Respond to escalated customer needs as problems or issues related to product quality, delivery or inventory levels arise
Work with appropriate departments to resolve issues in an effective and timely manner

Ownership & Continuous Improvement:

Drive improvement in processes, resolving issues quickly and efficiently

Work closely with all areas to facilitate and ensure successful manufacturing of products from inception through completion to meet our customers’ needs
Always strive for opportunities to add value to the team

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Previous Experience in a Supervisory Capacity
Strong people skills required
High energy level, good organization and multi-tasking skills are necessary to achieve a constantly changing mix of short, medium and long-term objectives.
Must be able to handle high volume email traffic and consistent requests
Strong analytical skills
Must be a problem solver with the ability to create and follow schedules
Self-starter and willingness to assume accountability for plant practices required
5+ years’ manufacturing plant experience in Slitting or similar operation is required.
3-5 years of Plant Supervisory Experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Proficiency in Microsoft office with specific emphasis on Excel
Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, business or related field preferred
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritize workload
Attention to detail
Analytical skills
Ability to work independently
Strong communication skills, oral and written
Strong knowledge of order and production policies & practices

Supervisory Responsibility

Supervisory Responsibility for Hourly associates

Work Environment

The job generally operates in a manufacturing environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. The employee is exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at the facility, including long periods of standing time and carrying loads of 25 to 30+ lbs. if necessary, forklift traffic and heavy equipment usage. The noise level in the manufacturing facility (shop floor) requires hearing and eye protection.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee routinely is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

The employee is frequently required to stand for 12 hour shifts; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

You will be required to successfully complete a selection process that could include interviews, an employment background check, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions), and a fitness-for-duty test (for some positions).

Domtar is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We are also committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990.

Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. If you are selected to interview, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources team.

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